Ted’s Autumn Road Trip
As well as my main election campaign meet and greets at roadsides, markets and meet the candidate events, I'm hitting the road again across Fairfax for my Autumn Road Trip – and I’d love to…
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Coalition to abolish Labor’s Unfair Car Tax, cutting costs for families
An elected Dutton Government will repeal Labor’s tax on family cars and utes, ensuring Australians save thousands when buying a new car. From July 1 under Labor’s family car and ute tax families and small…
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Ted Delivers for the Sunshine Coast
Fairfax has never before received more Federal Government funding and support than under Ted O'Brien's leadership, particularly under the former LNP Government - $1.79 billion for local roads and infrastructure; $3.2 billion for local sections…
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Where to vote early
Can't make it to a polling booth on election day, Sat 3 May? You can vote early from Tues 22 April (Tues after Easter), at the following locations in Fairfax (and slightly beyond): MAROOCHYDORE Millwell…
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A Better Deal for Health and Cheaper Medicines on the Sunshine Coast
Many families across Coolum and the Sunshine Coast are doing it tough right now. Whether it’s the price of groceries, electricity bills or prescription medicines, the cost of living has skyrocketed - and locals are…
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Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Amendment (Reconsiderations) Bill 2025 – Second Reading
The coalition will support this bill. We do so in recognition of the urgent need to put an end to the living hell that salmon businesses and workers in Tasmania have endured under this Albanese…
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Cost of Living: Do Australian’s Feel Better Than They Did 3 Years Ago?
As we come to this next federal election, there is only one key question that Australians really need to ask themselves: do they feel better today than they did three years ago? When the Australian…
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LABOR’S GAS CRISIS DEEPENS: AEMO CONFIRMS SHORTAGES AND HIGHER PRICES
20 March 2025 Labor’s reckless energy policy is driving Australia into a worsening gas crisis, with a new report confirming imminent supply shortfalls and surging costs for households and businesses. The Australian Energy Market Operator’s…
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Media Statement – Chris Bowen’s energy failure deepens—Australians can’t afford three more years of Labor
MEDIA STATEMENT 13/03/2025 CHRIS BOWEN’S ENERGY FAILURE DEEPENS—AUSTRALIANS CAN'T AFFORD THREE MORE YEARS OF LABOR Labor’s energy disaster is about to get worse, with power prices rising up to $1,300 more than promised. Released today,…
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HOUSING RELIEF AND A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR SUNSHINE COAST FAMILIES
27 February 2025 A Dutton led LNP Government will provide $202,000 to local community organisations on the front line of the cost-of-living crisis to improve low-cost housing options for local families, if elected at the…
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Visiting Nambour Markets
Nambour locals! Ted will be at the Nambour Markets tomorrow morning (27/02/2025) from 8–10 am. If you would like to discuss the issues important to you - whether that's a local issue or a Federal…
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Media Statement: LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS
TED O’BRIEN MP SHADOW MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY SHADOW MINISTER FOR ENERGY AFFORDABILITY AND RELIABILITY MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX MEDIA STATEMENT 12/02/2025 LABOR-GREENS BACKROOM DEAL TO KILL OFF GAS The Albanese Government is doing…
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Small Business Struggles: Time for Action
Today, I spoke out in Parliament about the struggles small businesses across the Sunshine Coast are facing. From construction to hospitality, Labor’s policies are hitting our local businesses hard. It's time for real action –…
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Labor’s Offshore Wind Cover-Up: No Scrutiny, No Debate!
Labor's attempt to dodge scrutiny on their offshore wind legislation. Why is the Albanese Government so determined to steamroll regional communities and avoid debate? https://youtu.be/Kfa4uFzb5Qk?si=_PWgt206pIU7xOKb
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Fighting for the Infrastructure the Sunshine Coast Needs
I’m pushing for crucial infrastructure for the Sunshine Coast, from securing $3.2 billion for Bruce Highway upgrades to advocating for the rail line to Maroochydore and a new convention centre. As our region grows, I’m…
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Labor’s lies
Today I reminded the Parliament that Labor need to be held to account on their promise to save Australians $275 on their energy bills - listen below. https://youtu.be/-Z6j5VjUrlk
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14,000 Homes Without Power in SEQ
TED O’BRIEN - SHADOW MINISTER FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY FEDERAL MEMBER FOR FAIRFAX TRANSCRIPT INTERVIEW WITH GARY HARDGRAVE, 4BC 23 January 2024 Topics: Queensland blackouts, Paris Agreement, Energy prices Gary Hardgrave Ted O'Brien is…
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Ted’s Summer Road Trip
I will be out and about on my Summer Road Trip from 21 January. Times and locations below: Tuesday 21st January, 8:00am – 9:00am: Marcoola - next to the Marcoola Surf Life Saving Club Wednesday 22nd January,…
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Community Grants of up to $20,000 OPEN
The next round of the Stronger Communities Programme is now open and I invite all eligible community groups in Fairfax to apply by 14 February 2025. Grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 are available for…
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Get your FREE Australia Day sticker
I am proud to be an Australian. I also support the tradition of Australia Day and I stand by our flag. Australia day is a day of unity, to celebrate our democracy, our values of…
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AUSTRALIAN GAS SUPPLIES ON KNIFE EDGE: NEW GAS REPORT
A new Government report released today has confirmed that the Albanese Labor Government has been unable to secure affordable gas for Australians, with supplies now on a knife edge while the cost of living crisis…
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$12 Million for Maroochydore!
I am thrilled to announce $12 Million of federal funding for the First Avenue streetscaping project, which will be lead by Sunshine Coast Council. This will mean easier and safer access to the CBD, making…
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OpEd: Labor betting our economy on green energy pipedream
As printed in The Australian, 2 January 2025 Labor has launched its most bizarre argument yet against the Coalition’s energy plan, claiming its own higher energy costs are good for economic growth. Reframing the energy…
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Christmas break
Please note my Electorate Office will be closed between 20 December and 3 January 2025. We will re-open at 9am on Monday 6 January 2025. If you have an emergency, please contact the relevant service…
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Labor’s Scaremongering Jeopardises Nuclear Medicine and Cancer Patients
MEDIA RELEASE 19 December 2024 Labor's Scaremongering Jeopardises Nuclear Medicine and Cancer Patients In a new level of desperation, the Labor Party has posted a video on social media making the astonishing and dangerous claim…
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A CHEAPER, CLEANER, AND MORE CONSISTENT ENERGY PLAN FOR AUSTRALIA
The Coalition’s energy plan will save Australians up to $263 billion compared to Labor’s renewables-only approach – a 44 per cent saving for taxpayers and businesses. Read more HERE
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Volunteer Grants – EOI’s now OPEN
The 2024-25 Volunteer Grants are now open and I invite all eligible community groups in Fairfax to apply. Volunteer Grants aim to support the efforts of Australia’s volunteers and to increase participation in volunteering. …
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COALITION PUTS COMMUNITY FIRST IN PORT STEPHENS
Today we announce that a Dutton Coalition Government will rescind the Port Stephens Offshore Wind Zone – a decision that puts the local community first. Read Media Release HERE
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